Ever been passed up for a job, overlooked for a promotion or inclusion in a new project because you’re “too old” or “too young,” but you and others knew you had the experience and talent that made you perfect for the job? Ageism is stereotypical individual and societal bias. It may be blatant or subtle, and even part of the corporate culture. My personal experience is a resounding Yes! Growing up and into my 20s I was discounted because anyone under 30 wasn’t valued. My 12-year search for work after retirement was unfruitful until recently. If asked for an interview, it was soon clear I didn’t fit into the culture regardless of my qualifications. Being discounted made me feel helpless, took a great toll on my self-confidence and made a huge dent in my attitude. Combating ageism is possible by first cultivating self-confidence--looking at your own biases, your accomplishments and having a growth mentality. This might be our starting point. Let’s work as a team. Let's do it!

I was a daily drinker for 18 years and now I have 18 years of continuous sobriety! My journey hasn’t been smooth sailing. I’ve faced addiction, mental health challenges, co-parenting struggles, and the heartbreak of losing loved ones. Through it all, I leaned into therapy and a strong support network to come out stronger. I'm now a Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist, and helping others find their footing is something I care deeply about. Whether you're navigating sobriety, parenting kids with complex needs, or just trying to keep your head above water, I’m here to listen, relate, and support however I can.

As a widowed father of four and grandfather to eleven, I’ve experienced the full spectrum of family life—raising children, watching them grow into parents themselves, and finding ways to stay connected through the inevitable changes life throws at you. After a 42-year marriage, losing my spouse was a profound loss. It taught me the importance of rediscovering who I am as an individual and redefining my role. I understand that parenting today is different from how it was when I was raising my kids. With the pressures of one income not being enough and evolving societal norms, families are facing new challenges. I’ve spent years supporting my children through their own parenting issues and offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to navigate these shifts. I’m here to offer a listening ear, to explore possible solutions, and to help you redefine your role in both family and life. Sometimes, all it takes is a thoughtful question or perspective to shift how we view things.

As a widowed father of four and grandfather to eleven, I’ve experienced the full spectrum of family life—raising children, watching them grow into parents themselves, and finding ways to stay connected through the inevitable changes life throws at you. After a 42-year marriage, losing my spouse was a profound loss. It taught me the importance of rediscovering who I am as an individual and redefining my role. I understand that parenting today is different from how it was when I was raising my kids. With the pressures of one income not being enough and evolving societal norms, families are facing new challenges. I’ve spent years supporting my children through their own parenting issues and offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to navigate these shifts. I’m here to offer a listening ear, to explore possible solutions, and to help you redefine your role in both family and life. Sometimes, all it takes is a thoughtful question or perspective to shift how we view things.

For a long time, I thought substances and alcohol where the problem. If only I could stop that would solve my problems. I did become healthier and engaged in less risky behavior sober, but my problems still remained, and the siren song of my past kept calling. It wasn't until I realized the problem was not external, rather internal. Only when I began a journey of self discovery did I see true healing occur and the cravings lessen.

Depression felt like a constant heavy blanket, this darkness that wouldn't lift. Every day was a struggle just to get out of bed, and the world just seemed so gray. I was in such a dark space just coasting through life on autopilot to the point where i thought about ending things but somewhere deep down, a tiny spark refused to be extinguished. I started to nurture that flicker, little by little, focusing on the things that brought even a hint of joy. Slowly, that spark grew into a flame, pushing back the shadows. With the help of my self will, my kids and wife they guided me through it all with daily reminders of why living is so worth it.

I grew up very introverted and shy and therefore found it rather difficult to make new friends as well as finding someone to date and enter into a romantic relationship with. I overcame my introversion by going to Toastmasters to develop my public speaking skills, taking improv classes to improve my conversational and humor abilities, and attending meetup groups to socialize with others who have the same interests as me. Over time, I was able to build a network of friends as well as finding a compatible romantic partner to date. Today I'm offering my social skills development and dating coaching services to others who are looking to date from online or offline environments and also those who are looking to resolve their relationship struggles.

I knew the weight of having to bear multiple masks, and the burden that comes with falling short. I knew the disappointment - personally and within my relationships, of being everything but myself. It broke me, ultimately - being what everyone needed and believing another would step into the gap for me too, but never had. Expectations of myself that were not my own, and these very expectations I placed onto others unknowingly. These are heavy indeed, and that in of itself is enough to recognize the deception of conditioning. It took time, effort and truly loving myself in order to become authentically me; and I've never looked at myself so fondly as I do now - not from ego or illusion, but from truly embracing what I see in myself - and loving from there: my self, others, and life as a whole. If you're struggling here, I want you to know that it is perfectly safe and also necessary for you to be, yes, you; but do you even know who that is? Let's go.

I’ve faced a lot of challenges in relationships over the years. Coming from a broken home, I was no stranger to the ups and downs that come with family dynamics. As the breadwinner and responsible one in most relationships, I often felt burdened by the weight of expectations and struggled with balancing my needs against the needs of others. I’ve also been through the painful experience of domestic violence, which taught me that abuse is never love, no matter how much I wanted it to be. Alongside these struggles, I’ve wrestled with anxiety and depression, which often made it harder to trust myself and others. I had to learn to say no and establish boundaries in order to protect my peace. Therapy played a huge role in helping me find my voice and rebuild my self-worth. Through these experiences, I’ve come to understand that healthy relationships, whether with family, friends, or partners, require respect, communication, and most importantly, self-respect. I’m here to offer support for anyone going through similar struggles—whether you’re navigating family dynamics, healing from an abusive relationship, or just learning how to set boundaries and prioritize yourself.

I’ve faced a lot of challenges in relationships over the years. Coming from a broken home, I was no stranger to the ups and downs that come with family dynamics. As the breadwinner and responsible one in most relationships, I often felt burdened by the weight of expectations and struggled with balancing my needs against the needs of others. I’ve also been through the painful experience of domestic violence, which taught me that abuse is never love, no matter how much I wanted it to be. Alongside these struggles, I’ve wrestled with anxiety and depression, which often made it harder to trust myself and others. I had to learn to say no and establish boundaries in order to protect my peace. Therapy played a huge role in helping me find my voice and rebuild my self-worth. Through these experiences, I’ve come to understand that healthy relationships, whether with family, friends, or partners, require respect, communication, and most importantly, self-respect. I’m here to offer support for anyone going through similar struggles—whether you’re navigating family dynamics, healing from an abusive relationship, or just learning how to set boundaries and prioritize yourself.

When I first started my recovery journey, my relationships with family were strained, especially with my kids and co-parents. The emotional toll of addiction had left scars, and trying to rebuild trust felt like an uphill battle. My decision to leave my job and focus on therapy, even after changing therapists multiple times, was one of the hardest choices I made, but it was necessary for my healing. Sobriety became my foundation on December 18, 2020, but learning to reconnect with my family and rebuild trust took time. I realized that recovery isn’t just about overcoming addiction; it’s about repairing relationships and being there emotionally for those who’ve been affected by my past. I now support others in similar situations, offering guidance to parents and family members who feel like the damage is too great to overcome. The key is patience—both with yourself and with those you love.

Loneliness can feel heavy, like you’re invisible or carrying everything without anyone to share it with. I know what it’s like to crave connection, to want someone who will really listen and be there without judgment. That’s why I offer a space where you can be yourself and be heard. Talking doesn’t always erase loneliness, but it can bring comfort and remind you that you don’t have to go through things by yourself. I’ll be here to listen and share real conversation with you, so you can feel a little less alone.

Relationships can be both beautiful and painful. Love brings joy, but it can also bring heartbreak, conflict, and uncertainty. I’ve been through my own ups and downs in relationships, and I know how much it helps to have someone to talk to when your heart feels heavy or confused. With me, you’ll have a safe space to share your story, vent your feelings, or sort through what’s really going on. I won’t judge, I’ll just listen, reflect, and support you as you navigate love in all its forms.

I've been a "nice guy" for as long as I can remember. Having been a pastor, teacher, husband, brother, son - among many other roles - I have had to navigate what it means to be a "good man" in various scenarios. I have had to overcome being angry and frustrated at leaders I did not respect, at others who I felt had abandoned me in my time of need, and at society for not giving me the tools to navigate these emotions. Through reading, talking, meeting with other men, and listening deeply to the women in my life, I have learned to harness masculine principles that put me in harmony, rather than discord, with the world. I am now putting into practice what it means to not just be nice but be kind, to be not just good but great, as a show up in each of my relationships.

A lot is expected of men in today's society. However, we are rarely given the tools to succeed. Instead, we are spoon-fed toxic ideologies that make false promises. Real masculinity is uncovering the confident, powerful, stable, empathetic, and emotionally intelligent man that is already inside of you. As a certified life coach, I'll help you master each of these areas so that you can be the man that you want to be (not the one they say you should be).

For the longest time I had no real sense of self, and I was just kind of going along with what everybody expected me to be and do, but as I got older I developed a greater sense of individual sovereignty and self-ownership, that allowed me to be a great husband, a great father, and really come into my own as a man and as a human in general. I have a number of experiences that allowed me to realize exactly who was and was not going to be there for me when I needed them the most, what life is really worth living for, and what is important in this world and how to love it to its maximum.